SEN Teaching Assistant - Reception Class

Location: Birmingham
Job Type: Temporary
Reference: 311022728
Salary: £89.38 - £120/day + PAYE, subject to experience
Job Published: 03 February 2026

SEN Teaching Assistant – Reception Class
Full-Time | ASAP Start | 8:15am – 3:30pm

An Ofsted-rated Outstanding primary school is seeking a skilled and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support their Reception class. This is a full-time role with an immediate start, working closely with three SEN pupils to ensure they receive tailored support and guidance.

Your Role:

  • Provide one-to-one and small group support for three SEN pupils in Reception.

  • Manage the needs of dysregulated students.

  • Implement strategies to support pupils’ learning, social, and emotional development.

  • Work collaboratively with the class teacher and wider staff to create a safe, structured, and supportive classroom environment.

  • Maintain patience, consistency, and professionalism while managing challenging behaviour.

What We’re Looking For:

  • Experience working with SEN pupils, ideally in a Reception setting.

  • Ability to manage dysregulated students with resilience and confidence.

  • Strong communication and teamwork skills.

  • Calm, consistent, and adaptable approach to behaviour management.

  • Commitment to supporting every child to achieve their potential.

Hours: 8:15am – 3:30pm, Monday to Friday
Start Date: ASAP

What We Offer:

  • A supportive, outstanding school environment.

  • Opportunity to make a real difference in children’s lives.

  • Full-time role with long-term potential for the right candidate.

If you are a committed SEN TA ready to make an impact in an outstanding school, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now to join this fantastic team!